Editorial Assistant, New York Office
Wine Spectator seeks an editorial assistant to work on both the digital and print arms of the publication. This is an entry-level position, including some administrative duties, with the main focus on helping to produce content for the website, e-mail newsletters and social media platforms. With experience and initiative, the role will include reporting and writing news and short features for both digital and print.
Candidates should have a passion for wine and either an educational background in journalism/communications or some experience in publishing in a digital or print environment. Attention to detail, good communication skills, the ability to handle daily deadlines and a strong work ethic are prerequisites. Some experience in proofreading and/or copyediting would be a plus.
Other pluses include experience with:
Email newsletter management
Web-based content management systems
Professional social media account management
Google Analytics or other analytics tools
Search engine optimization
Adobe InCopy
Working in restaurants or wine retail
Position is full-time and based in our New York City office; current arrangement is a hybrid of remote and in-office work.
Please e-mail cover letter and résumé to: manager@winespectator.com